Assistant (Temporary)

Washougal Sch Dist 112-6•Washougal, WA

1d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Washougal School District is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a highly qualified workforce that appreciates the diversity of our community and is committed to practices that are responsive to the needs of all students and families. The Washougal School District desires inclusive schools and classrooms that celebrate the diversity of our school and community. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world. The Cook/Cashier is responsible for cooking and prepping meals served, and cashier duties as assigned. This position reports to the Sous Chef and is evaluated by the building principal in collaboration with the Sous Chef.

Requirements

Skills are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; preparing and maintaining accurate records; utilizing industrial grade food service equipment; and using pertinent software applications.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Kitchen and cooking experience required.
Efficient and quick working skills; fast learner.
Knowledge is required to perform basic math including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex. multi-step written and oral instructions.
Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: methods of quantity cooking; health standards and hazards; food safe handling procedures; meal planning and food purchasing; and managing a high-volume food preparation operation.
Working knowledge of computers and related computer programs, including Skyward.
Ability is required to schedule activities; collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment.
Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods.
Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize job-related equipment.
Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: setting priorities: working around children; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and working as part of a team.
Job related experience is required.
High School diploma or equivalent.
Access to reliable personal transportation is required for this position.
Food Handler’s Certificate
Valid First Aid/CPR Certification

Responsibilities

Preps ingredients prior to cooking.
Inspects food items and supplies received to verify quantity and specifications of orders in compliance with mandated health requirements.
Greets students daily and makes sure nutritional and dietary needs are addressed.
Prepare for and set up meal service in cafeterias including utensils and other items necessary for serving students.
Arranges food and beverage items (e.g. displaying, stocking racks, etc.).
Tests prepared food for flavor, appearance and temperature to ensure the items are acceptable and ready to serve.
Stocks food, condiments and supplies for maintaining adequate quantities and security of items.
Works with Lead Cook to prepare a variety of documents (e.g. meal counts, inventory required, etc.) to provide information to management personnel.
Prepares food and beverage items for consumption while meeting mandated nutritional and projected meal requirements.
Serves food meeting mandated nutritional requirements.
Responds to inquiries of students and staff to provide information and/or direction regarding the selection and price of meal items.
Monitors mandated nutritional requirements for reimbursable meals to meet State/Federal requirements.
Monitors students for food allergies and/or intolerances.
Point of sale contact for student/staff/other meal participation.
Track participation and collect data as required.
Maintains accurate student accounts (e.g. free and reduced meal status, meal count, etc.) for documentation to meet federal, state and administration requirements.
Reconciles transactions (e.g. counting receipts, completing documentation, etc.) to balance accounts adhering to established accounting practices.
Responsible for dish hygiene and assisting with kitchen cleaning.
Responsible for setting up, tending to and cleaning/breaking down sort tables.
Responsible for transporting dirty dishes and trays from the sort tables to the dish room
Retrieves dishes and other soiled equipment to assist Lead Cooks and Cook/Cashiers with efficiency.
Instructs students on how to sort service ware, table cleaning, use of sort tables, etc.
Cleans dishes, trays, utensils, and equipment.
Sweeps and mops kitchen floors.
Breaks down and descales the warewash machine.
Responsible for maintaining chemicals needed to properly clean and sanitize work areas, equipment and serviceware.
Communicate supply needs to the Lead Cook, using standardized procedure.